Scott Polar Expedition 1910 - 1912 - pulling sledge over ice
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Scott Polar Expedition 1910 - 1912 - pulling sledge over ice
A view showing how sledges were rushed from one ice floe to another, with a sled pulling team waiting for two floes to meet and quickly dashing across. Photo taken during the relief of the western geological expedition to Granite Harbour, part of the polar expedition led by Captain Scott, 1910 - 1912. Date: 1913
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Antarctic Antarctica Exploration Polar Pole Pulling Scott Sled Sledge Sledges
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This evocative photograph captures the intense and perilous nature of the Scott Polar Expedition (1910-1912) as team members rush to cross narrowing gaps between ice floes in their quest to reach the South Pole. The image, taken during the relief of the western geological expedition to Granite Harbour, depicts a team of exhausted explorers, harnessed to their sledge, waiting for two ice floes to come close enough for a daring dash across. The icy landscape, with its vast expanses of snow and ice, stretches out in every direction, creating a sense of isolation and desolation. Captain Robert Falcon Scott led this historic expedition, which aimed to reach the geographic South Pole. The team faced numerous challenges, including extreme weather conditions, limited resources, and the harsh Antarctic terrain. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily struggles of the explorers as they navigated their way across the frozen continent. The team members are seen pulling the sledge, a vital piece of equipment for transporting supplies and equipment across the ice. The sledge, with its runners and harnesses, is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the explorers, who relied on this simple yet effective means of transportation to survive in the harsh Antarctic environment. This photograph, taken in 1913, is a poignant reminder of the bravery and determination of the Scott Polar Expedition team, who faced unimaginable hardships in their pursuit of scientific discovery and exploration. The image captures the sense of urgency and danger that was a constant presence during their journey, as they raced against time and the elements to reach their goal.
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